1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 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 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 323 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |