1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 492 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 124 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
