1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 51 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
