1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 47 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 216 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
Model | Tickford | Cougar |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |