1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |