1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
Model | Coupe | Tickford |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |