2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 50 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 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 180 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin-Healey |
| Model | KZ1 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2600 mm |
