1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1969 Austin Maxi is newer by 15 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 530 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Maxi | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Maxi | Tickford |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |