1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 35 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G 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 655 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G 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 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ginetta |
| Model | Tickford | G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
