1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 48 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 370 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotec |
| Model | Sports Convertible | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
