1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 19 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino 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 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Torino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
