1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sports Convertible | Corolla |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |