1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 32 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
