1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 45 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
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, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra 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 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 100 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
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 Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |