1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 573 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | Tickford | Marina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
