1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
Model | V6 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |