1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3429 mm |
