1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 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 25 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 75 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
