1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
