1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
