2007 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A4 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
