1951 Austin A vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 60 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
