1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 14 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 894 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1300 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
