1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 679 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Tickford | 100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
