1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 46 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 80 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
