1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
Model | Tickford | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |