1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma 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 160 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma 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 | 1989 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Tickford | Croma |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |