1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 57 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2639 mm |
