1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 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 90 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
