1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 24 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, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1979 Ford Capri | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Capri |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |