1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 41 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 180 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina 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 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
