1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 52 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Tickford | Accent |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
