1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 46 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa 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 305 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1954 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1954 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2000 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
