1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 373 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
