1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 49 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1044 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
