1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 52 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) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2473 mm |
