1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 52 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 191 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
