1977 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | 100 | 3000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |