1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 53 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 284 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Tickford | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
