1991 Audi S2 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 33 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, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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 30 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S2 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
