1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 43 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 504 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari 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 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Safari |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
