1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 342 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
Model | Tickford | Flavia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |