1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 21 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 100 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 | 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
