1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
