1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 25 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, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
