1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 57 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sports Convertible | Express |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3429 mm |