1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
