1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 42 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, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 400 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
