1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 50 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
