1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 496 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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Saturn |
Model | Sports Convertible | Vue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |