1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 626 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |