1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 43 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus 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 9 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus 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 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
