1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 13 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Tickford | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
