1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 59 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 134 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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
| Model | Tickford | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
