1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 510 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
