1991 Audi S2 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S2 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
