1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 278 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
