1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 28 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) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 705 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tickford | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
