1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 105 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin-Healey 100 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Coupe | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
