1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina 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 2,639 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 7 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |