1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy

To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy 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 2005 GMC Jimmy
Make Austin-Healey GMC
Model Tickford Jimmy
Year Released 1952 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2441 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2560 mm