1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 21 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 28 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | Tickford | Firenza |
Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |