1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 20 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus 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 415 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Taunus |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |