1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 50 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 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 659 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 59 L |
