1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 42 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1999 Chevrolet Metro | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Metro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |