1960 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1960 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 515 kg more than 1960 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Greyhound | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Greyhound | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
