1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1967 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
