1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 51 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fusion (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion 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 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
