1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2200 mm |
