1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 50 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 37 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
