1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 40 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
