1951 Austin A vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A | 616 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
