1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 53 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, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 398 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape 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 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Escape |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2824 mm |
