1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 40 | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |