1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 396 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 17 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
