1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 36 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) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
