1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon 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 85 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon 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 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
