1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
