1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 55 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 483 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.
Because 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 51 L |
