1979 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Audi 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
