1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1969 Lotus Seven is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven 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 954 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Tickford | Seven |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
