1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 33 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 41 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
Model | Tickford | Samara |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |