1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 160 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1799 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 | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
