1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 14 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Prius |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
