1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 71 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
