1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 35 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit, 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Eagle |
| Model | 100 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
