1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 36 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 165 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV 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 | 1994 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | APV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
