1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 50 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Tickford | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
