1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1971 Fiat 128 is newer by 16 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 42 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | 128 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
