1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Tickford | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |