1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1000 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
