1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Plymouth |
| Model | 100 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
