1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
