1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 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. Both 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford and 1983 Lincoln Continental are equipped with a 2,443 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 156 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lincoln |
| Model | Tickford | Continental |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
