1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 13 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
