1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1208 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
