1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 16 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, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 867 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
