2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 166 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
