1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1962 Renault Floride is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 62 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 750 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
Model | Tickford | Floride |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |