1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 29 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada 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 | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | Tickford | Mirada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |