1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 626 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |