2002 Acura TL vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 84 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TL | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
