1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Tickford | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
