1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
| Model | Tickford | 21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
