1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 35 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
