1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 472 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Coupe | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
