1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 17 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, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 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 320 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | NSU |
| Model | Tickford | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
