1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | Tickford | 3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |