1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 37 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 34 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
