1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 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 1974 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Tickford | Publica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |