1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
