1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano 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 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
| Model | Tickford | Nano |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
