1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 452 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
