1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
