2006 Acura RSX vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 54 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, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 256 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
Model | RSX | Tickford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |