1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 138 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sports Convertible | Avalon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |