1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tickford | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
