1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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 232 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3520 mm |
