1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 30 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 260 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1984 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Ambassador | 100 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |