1995 Acura Legend vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 744 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Legend | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
| 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 | 1595 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 109 L |
