1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 43 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
