1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Renault Rodeo is newer by 27 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 71 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 810 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
