1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1162 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 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | 100 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
