1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 3000 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 99 L |
