1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Laguna, 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna 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 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
