1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Nissan Pulsar 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) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1984 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
