1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 47 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio 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 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
