1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 34 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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
