2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Spider | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
