1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 42 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 57 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MCC |
| Model | 100 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1810 mm |
