1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
