1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 58 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 43 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1400 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 | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
