1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1380 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
