1996 Audi A6 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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 35 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
