1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 626 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
