1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 452 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | SsangYong |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
