1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 35 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 140 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
