1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 42 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, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort 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 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Escort |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
