1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 44 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 50 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Alero |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
