1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 585 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
Model | Tickford | 100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |