1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 35 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, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 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 462 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 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 | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Sports Convertible | S2 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
