1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1955 Rover P4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
Model | Tickford | P4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |