1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1974 Renault 17 is newer by 20 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, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 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 395 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 17 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
