1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 20 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda 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 125 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda 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 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Plymouth |
Model | Tickford | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |