1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 is newer by 33 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
