1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 781 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Silverado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |