1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 56 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
