1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 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 115 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3, 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 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 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 95 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
