1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 15 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 273 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | AMC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ambassador | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
