1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 304 is newer by 24 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 41 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 304. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Tickford | 304 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
