1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 18 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 73 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 950 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Tickford | Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
