1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 45 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 180 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| 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 | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
