1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 25 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 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 405 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | Tickford | 1610 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
