1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 20 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD 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 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | LTD |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3080 mm |