1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 285 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Scion |
Model | 100 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 50 L |