1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 50 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (250 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
