1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 54 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 133 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
