1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer
To start off, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is newer by 47 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 824 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 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 | 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Urban Explorer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
