1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 75 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 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 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
