1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1965 TVR Trident is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Tickford | Trident |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
