1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
