1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus 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 25 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Taurus (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
