1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 31 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 3 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 92 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira 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. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
