1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1958 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
