1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 260 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 70 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
