1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 312 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
