1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 33 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 430 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Tickford | Tipo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |