1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 777 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Tickford | Polo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |