1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 52 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 95 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
