1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 18 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |