1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 56 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 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 354 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Tickford | 307 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
