1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 929 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3650 mm |
