1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 38 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
