1951 Austin A vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 765 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |