1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 23 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
