1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 50 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
