1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | Tickford | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |