1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 49 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 186 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, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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 | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | Tickford | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
