1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 28 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 26 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 555 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Tickford | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
