1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 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 200 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 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 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sports Convertible | S2000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |