1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 692 kg more than 1953 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
| Model | 100 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
