1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 230 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Magna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
