1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1970 Austin 1800 is newer by 16 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 19 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 1800 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | 1800 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |