1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2002 Mazda Demio 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio.
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 Demio, 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 Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Demio 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 Demio | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Demio |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |