1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 21 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 170 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
