1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 322 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
