1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1958 Austin A 95 is newer by 1 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 174 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 95 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
