1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1959 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 56 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 591 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | Tickford | Victor |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |