1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 51 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1189 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lincoln |
| Model | Tickford | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
