1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 56 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
