1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 30 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit 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 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Hit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
