1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 51 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 994 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
