2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 552 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 8C Competizione | 100 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |