1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 37 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 323 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
