1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 57 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 432 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |