1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sports Convertible | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
