1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
