1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 53 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 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Tickford | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
