1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 55 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |