1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
