1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 15 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
