1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Super 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
