1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 360 kg more than 1949 Toyota SA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1949 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | SA |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
