1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 51 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 749 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Multivan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |