1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1352 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 Sprinter (330 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 98 L |
