1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1969 Opel Admiral is newer by 16 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral 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 55 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
