1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
