1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 59 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 768 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Infiniti |
Model | 100 | G |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |