2005 Acura RSX vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 53 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, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | RSX | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
