1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 240 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper 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 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
Model | Tickford | Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |