1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 48 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 80 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Magna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
