1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 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 67 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 345 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Tickford | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
