1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 316 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | Granada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |