1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | 3-Litre | Tickford |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |