1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 46 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 6 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
