1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri 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. Both 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible and 1978 Ford Capri are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri 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 307 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
