1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 48 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1163 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon 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 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
