1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |