1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 46 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 100 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Saab |
Model | Tickford | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |