1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
