1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Dart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
