1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 283 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Tickford | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |