1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 42 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, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour 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 32 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour 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 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Contour |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
