1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 52 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | Demio |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |