1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 53 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 78 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback 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 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Tickford | Outback |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
