1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135.
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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 135 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2840 mm |