2005 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | NSX | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
