1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | 100 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |