1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626, 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | 626 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |