1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1966 ZAZ 966 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 78 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 786 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | ZAZ |
| Model | Tickford | 966 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
