1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 53 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dacia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Duster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |
