1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 100 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 75 L |