1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 41 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 31 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 93 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Tickford | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
