1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | Tickford | S40 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |