1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 44 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | Tickford | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
