1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 34 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 40 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
