1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 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 14 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | 626 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |