1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 374 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Express |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3440 mm |
