1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 36 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 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 210 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Saab |
Model | Tickford | 9000 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |