1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 56 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (106 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 347 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (143 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 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 | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
