1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 135 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.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |