1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 51 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tickford | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
