1951 Austin A vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A | 626 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |