1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 56 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 89 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
