1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 220 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 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 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
