1986 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
