1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1969 Austin 1300 is newer by 15 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, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1300 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
