1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 30 | 6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |