1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 35 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |