1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 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 2,660 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
| Model | 100 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
