1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 95 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |