1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | F-150 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |