1957 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A135 | Familia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |