1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 180 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
