1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 43 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn SC 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 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Saturn |
| Model | 100 | SC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
