1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 49 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 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 | 2004 Rover 25 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
Model | Tickford | 25 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |