1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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 367 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
