1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 51 L |
