1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 25 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
