1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 50 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, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 955 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Versa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
