1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
