1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 326 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Tickford | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |