1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera 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 10 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera 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 | 1991 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Riviera |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |