1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 35 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 1 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 100 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |