1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
