1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 450 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | Tickford | MB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
