1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 56 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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2525 mm |
