1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 32 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 15 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Orion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
