1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1997 Ford Versailles is newer by 43 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
