1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 335 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | MPV |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
