1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 76 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
