1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin 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 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 63 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Tickford | Twin |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1810 mm |
