1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 55 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 226 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
