1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | 8V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
