1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 47 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 288 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make Austin-Healey Hyundai
Model 100 Coupe
Year Released 1958 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2639 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 55 L


 

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