1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 345 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

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1952 Austin-Healey Tickford 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Austin-Healey Volkswagen
Model Tickford Golf
Year Released 1952 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2441 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2520 mm