1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 546 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Maestro | Tickford |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |