1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 110 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
