1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford

To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 10 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 350 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
Make Austin-Healey Austin-Healey
Model 3000 Mk III Tickford
Year Released 1963 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2443 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2600 mm


 

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