1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 44 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 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 557 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Austin-Healey Toyota
Model 100 Condor
Year Released 1957 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2639 cc 2992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1677 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L


 

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