1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 15 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 404 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
