1956 AC Ace vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 636 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
Model | Ace | Tickford |
Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |