1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
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1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |