1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 53 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | Tickford | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |