1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford

To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 585 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin-Healey 100 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
Make Austin-Healey Austin-Healey
Model 100 Tickford
Year Released 1955 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2660 cc 2443 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2600 mm


 

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