1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 20 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 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo 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 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
