1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 14 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 54 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Moretti |
| Model | Tickford | SS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
