1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
