1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 1 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 17 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1000 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
