1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 163 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Jetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2651 mm |