1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 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 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
