1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 52 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 56 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
