1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3050 mm |
