1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 40 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 530 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta 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 | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
