1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica 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, 1997 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica 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 435 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 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 Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Celica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
