1991 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
