1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
