1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 50 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2651 mm |