1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 38 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 49 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
