1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 38 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 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
