2001 Audi A2 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 557 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A2 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
