1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 128 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Corvette |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |