1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 35 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, 1991 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121, 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, 1991 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
