1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 34 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 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 130 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
