1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 52 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 853 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 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 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
