1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2990 mm |
