1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
