1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1980 Ford Cortina is newer by 27 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 528 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Cortina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |