1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 21 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 140 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 | 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tickford | Debonair |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |