1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 26 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 252 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. 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-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Saab |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 900 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
