1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Tickford | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
