1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 601 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
