1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 7 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Berkeley |
| Model | Tickford | QB |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1990 mm |
