1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 55 | 929 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |