1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 46 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 3 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
| Model | Tickford | 45 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
