1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
