1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 8 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 53 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
Model | Tickford | Appia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |