1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 14 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1970 Ford Capri | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Capri |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |