1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 51 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 206 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 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 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 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
