1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 58 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 456 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
