1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 35 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra, 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1992 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 100 | Integra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |