1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 30 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, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 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 612 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | 11 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
