1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 397 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
