1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 31 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit 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 380 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Eagle |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Summit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
