1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1968 Rover 2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
