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, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra 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 415 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 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 | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
