1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 34 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 79 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | 126 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
