1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 51 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra 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 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | 100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 98 L |
