1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 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 217 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sports Convertible | MR2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |