1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 372 kg more than 1954 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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Caprice |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |