1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1971 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 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 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
Model | Tickford | Monterey |
Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |