1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
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, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |