1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat 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 | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bitter |
Model | Tickford | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |