2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 166 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 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 |
