1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 18 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Tickford | 120 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
