1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Tickford | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
