1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | Tickford | VX4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |