1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 236 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD 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 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | LTD |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
