1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS 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 | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tickford | SS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
