1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 21 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 368 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2930 mm |
