1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 53 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 56 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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 | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Tickford | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
