1999 Audi A2 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2, 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A2 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
