1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 33 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 22 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 515 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Tickford | Camira |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
