1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri 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 340 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Capri |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
