1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 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 35 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 587 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Tickford | 343 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
