1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 230 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
