1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 44 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | Palio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
