1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | 100 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
