1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 30 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 993 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
