1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 39 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 473 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
