1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
