1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 218 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Tickford | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
