1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Dodge 600
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Dodge 600. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1988 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Tickford | 600 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
