1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 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 20 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morgan |
| Model | Tickford | 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
