1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Camry |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |