1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 15 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
Model | Tickford | Comet |
Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |