1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1967 Porsche 912 is newer by 15 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 16 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 558 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Tickford | 912 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2220 mm |