1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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, 2005 Opel Astra (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra 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 295 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Astra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
