1965 Abarth OT vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 805 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | OT | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
