1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Express |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
