1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
