1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 45 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta 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 470 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Tickford | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |