1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus 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 | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
