1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 225 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 Toyota Matrix (161 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
