1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 11 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 18 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 666 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Tickford | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
