1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 658 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
Model | Sports Convertible | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3078 mm |