1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
