1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |