1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
