1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Opel Rekord is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
