1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Today |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
