1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 53 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 11 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
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 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 100 | KB |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
