1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 56 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |
