1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
