1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort 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 Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort 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 326 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sports Convertible | Escort |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |