1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 61 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, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 501 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Spark |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2375 mm |
