1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 820 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1300 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2992 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
