1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus 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 412 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |