1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1955 Fiat V8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat V8 (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | V8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
