1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Tickford | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |