1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
