1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 426 kg more than 1953 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Tickford | Safari |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
