1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |