1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1966 BMW 1602
To start off, 1966 BMW 1602 is newer by 11 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 22 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1966 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 1602 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
