1985 Audi 100 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
