1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 1993 Toyota Aristo is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 276 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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aristo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
