1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1982 Fiat Abarth
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 28 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 310 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 | 1982 Fiat Abarth | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Abarth |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
