1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 33 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 395 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada 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 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Austin-Healey Mitsubishi
Model 100 Verada
Year Released 1958 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2639 cc 2971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2730 mm


 

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