1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 45 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Tickford | Altima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
