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


 

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