1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 40 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica 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 210 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
