1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 47 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 383 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
