1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 41 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
