1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 225 kg more than 1955 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 100 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 70 L |