1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 43 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Tickford | Protege |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
