1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 532 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
