1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1958 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 689 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 40 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
