1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 745 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Tickford | Elise |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
