1985 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 28 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, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 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 300 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 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 |
