1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 44 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 2 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1998 Opel Tigra, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 100 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |