1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 51 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 255 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | SsangYong |
| Model | Tickford | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
