1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2003 Lada 110
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 49 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 13 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Lada 110, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2003 Lada 110 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
Model | 100 | 110 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |