1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 470 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
