1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 27 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 5 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Starion 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 | 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
