1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 95 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
