1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 79 kg more than 1954 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
