1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 220 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
