1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 30 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, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 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 225 kg more than 1987 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Saab |
Model | Tickford | 9000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |