1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 420 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 Impala (305 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
