1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 43 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 16 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Tickford | Ballade |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |