1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 49 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 409 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar 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 | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
