1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Renault Megane

To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 51 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, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin-Healey Tickford 2004 Renault Megane
Make Austin-Healey Renault
Model Tickford Megane
Year Released 1953 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2690 mm