1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 352 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
