1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 54 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR 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 21 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | HHR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2629 mm |
