1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 1972 Saab 99 is newer by 20 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, 1972 Saab 99 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Saab 99 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 380 kg more than 1972 Saab 99.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Saab |
| Model | Tickford | 99 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
