1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 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 16 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
