1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 51 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1225 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 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3270 mm |
