1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 60 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 348 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2707 mm |
