1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1966 Steyr 500 is newer by 14 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Steyr |
| Model | Tickford | 500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
