1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 23 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 380 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
