1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 38 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 85 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tickford | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
