1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 48 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Tickford | Swift |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
