1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
