1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1986 Buick Regal
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal 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 40 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal 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 | 1986 Buick Regal | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Regal |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |