1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 27 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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 550 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Tickford | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |