1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 28 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 62 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
