1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 43 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sports Convertible | Aurora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |