1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 25 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 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-2 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 | 1979 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 55 | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |