1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 31 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 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1885 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 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 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | ZIL |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
