1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 36 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair 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 1990 Ford Corsair.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sports Convertible | Corsair |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |