1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 42 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Tickford | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3400 mm |
