1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 43 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis 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 261 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis 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 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Marcos |
Model | Sports Convertible | Mantis |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |