1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
