1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 38 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 14 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tickford | Parati |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
