1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo 1800 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
