1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
