1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 52 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 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 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
