1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 39 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, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 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 362 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 216 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
