1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 444 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | 21 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
