1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 40 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 16 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Astra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
