2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | GTV | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
