1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 51 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
