1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
