1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 18 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 12 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy 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 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
Model | Tickford | Indy |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |