1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1867 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
