1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 666 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Tickford | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |