1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 49 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 477 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |