1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 283 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
