1998 Audi A4 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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 5 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | A4 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |