1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 38 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 27 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1242 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
