1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 65 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Tickford | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
