1950 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A135 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
