1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 62 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 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 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | 6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |