1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
