1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
