1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 56 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, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 536 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 100 | Element |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |