1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 30 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Sierra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |