1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1956 Simca Aronde is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Tickford | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
