1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. 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 Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 626 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
