1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 526 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
