1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 248 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
