1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
