1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
