1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 51 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 100 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
