1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 51 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 6 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue 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 2006 Saturn Vue
Make Austin-Healey Saturn
Model Sports Convertible Vue
Year Released 1955 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Size 2993 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2710 mm