1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1417 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
