1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1987 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 34 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 48 kg more than 1953 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 1987 Toyota Camry
Make Austin-Healey Toyota
Model Sports Convertible Camry
Year Released 1953 1987
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Size 2993 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm


 

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