1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1990 Eagle Talon

To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 34 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon 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 220 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 1990 Eagle Talon
Make Austin-Healey Eagle
Model Sports Convertible Talon
Year Released 1956 1990
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Size 2993 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2480 mm


 

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