1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 54 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura 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 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Saturn |
| Model | Tickford | Aura |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
