1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 37 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, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour 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 208 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Contour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
