1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 45 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, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Carina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
