1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 50 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | Tickford | Astra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |