1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 64 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
