1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
