1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 24 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 612 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
