1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 90 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |