2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 156 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
