1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 29 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim 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 720 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | Tickford | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
