1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (332 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
