1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 420 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
