1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 40 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 30 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
