1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 696 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 76 L |
