1974 AC 428 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1974 AC 428 is newer by 19 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 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 100 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 428 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
