1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 16 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 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 29 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
