1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 20 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 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce 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 275 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Tickford | Luce |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
