1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
