1991 Acura Legend vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 38 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 602 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 1953 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Legend | 100 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
