1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 59 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Cruze |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |