1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 33 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Supra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
