1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 55 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada 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 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Tickford | Armada |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
