1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA 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 382 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Scion |
| Model | Sports Convertible | xA |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
