1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
