1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Monteverdi |
| Model | Tickford | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
