1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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 9 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 616 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
