1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
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1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Transporter |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |