1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 46 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 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 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
