1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 12 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 | 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Tickford | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
