1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 58 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1078 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.

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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin-Healey 100 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Austin-Healey Dodge
Model 100 CHARGER
Year Released 1955 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2658 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 851 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 109 L 72 L


 

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