2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 166 | Tickford |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |