1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1975 Mini Clubman is newer by 20 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 67 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
| Model | Tickford | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
