1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 661 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3020 mm |
