1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
