1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 39 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 55 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid 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 | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
