1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 54 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo 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 475 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
