1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro 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 135 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro 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 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Tickford | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
