1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
