1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 59 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
