1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
