1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 360 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
