1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 58 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 428 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2707 mm |
