1990 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 34 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | 100 | 3000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |