1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Ford LTD
To start off, 1975 Ford LTD is newer by 19 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD 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 | 1975 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | LTD |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
